脳性麻痺の研究 / Cerebral Palsy Research

The Alan T Brown Foundation to Cure ParalysisFormed to support research in spinal cord injury.

American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM)A multidisciplinary scientific society devoted to the study of cerebral palsy and other childhood onset disabilities, to promoting professional education for the treatment and management of these conditions, and to improving the quality of life for people with these disabilities.

The Australian Spinal Research FoundationFunds research for treatments of spinal cord injuries.

The Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association (ALS)Funds numerous projects to develop treatments for ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease).

Center WatchClinical trials listing of industry professionals, patients and info.

Dana FoundationA nonprofit organization that provides reliable, accessible information on brain and spinal cord research.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)Funds research to develop therapies for many conditions related to paralysis, including traumatic injury and chronic disease.

The International Spinal Research TrustISRT is the only charity based in the United Kingdom dedicated to funding research to end the permanence of paralysis caused by spinal cord injury.

International Campaign for Cures of Spinal Cord Injury ParalysisA group of organizations around the world that together fund about $25 million a year in SCI research. The members include: the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation, Australasian and International Spinal Research Trusts, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Rick Hansen Institute and Kent Waldrep National Paralysis Foundation.

March of Dimes Birth Defects FoundationOffers information about the four major problems that threaten the health of America's babies: birth defects, infant mortality, low birthweight, and lack of prenatal care. Good resources and information on Spina Bifida.

The Mike Utley FoundationProvides financial support of selected research, rehabilitation and education programs on spinal cord injuries.

Myelin ProjectFunds research for diseases related to loss of myelin (a fatty insulation on nerve fibers) including multiple Sclerosis and leukodystrophy.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS)Funds millions of dollars in research each year seeking therapies for MS. Site includes an overview of MS neuroscience, deep detail and progress reports.

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and StrokeProvides research overviews for all diseases and conditions related to paralysis.

The Paralysis Project of AmericaBased in Los Angeles, The Paralysis Project of America funds selected scientific and clinical studies that focus on spinal cord repair and regeneration.

The Rick Hansen Man in Motion FoundationCreated in Canada in 1988 to support spinal cord injury research, as well as wheelchair sport, injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.

SpinalCure AustraliaEstablished in 1994 to fund scientific research to find a cure for paralysis.

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)UCP's mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, through a commitment to the principles of independence, inclusion, and self-determination.

United Cerebral Palsy Research and Educational Foundation (UCPREF)The mission of UCPREF is to provide “hope through research” to the entire community of people who care about cerebral palsy and developmental disabilities. UCPREF provides financial support to research relevant to cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities.

UCPWebsite on accessible public transportation.

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